Security Penetration Tester Salary in Tucson, AZ

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As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Security Penetration Tester in Tucson, AZ is $99,113. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $88,536 to $112,024, with most professionals earning between $78,905 and $123,778.

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Security Penetration Tester

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What does a Security Penetration Tester do?

Common responsibilities of a Security Penetration Tester

Actively continue education and technical skill development, improving security capabilities.

July 28, 2022

Provide subject matter expertise and guidance utilizing tools and techniques to conduct cyber vulnerability and penetration testing.

January 06, 2023

Assist management with the improvement of policy and procedure to support Security Testing and Red Team activities as well as other security duties which may arise.

February 12, 2023

Develop subject matter expertise of focused capabilities in the topics of database security, wireless security, or application and development security.

February 24, 2023

Assure the development of his/her professional skills to effectively meet the needs of our clients and internal staff.

March 05, 2023

Supports the formal Security Test and Evaluation (ST&E) required by each government accrediting authority through pre-test preparations, participation in the tests, analysis of the results, and preparation of required reports.

April 23, 2023

Execute penetration tests and security assessments, including internal & external networks, web and mobile applications, Windows and Linux environments, AWS architecture, IoT devices, and more.

May 05, 2023

Demonstrate and apply strong project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.

May 08, 2023

Participate in developing security roadmap, adopt security best practices, and implement new ideas and innovations according to the industry trends.

May 11, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Security Penetration Tester in Tucson, AZ

Average Base Salary

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88536

112024

99113

Average Total Cash Compensation

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92170

119860

103789

What is the average salary for Security Penetration Tester in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Security Penetration Tester in Tucson, AZ. The base salary for Security Penetration Tester ranges from $88,536 to $112,024 with the average base salary of $99,113. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $92,170 to $119,860 with the average total cash compensation of $103,789.

View Average Salary for Security Penetration Tester as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$99,113	$88,536 - $112,024
Bonus	$4,676	$3,634 - $7,837
Total Pay	$103,789	$92,170 - $119,860

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Security Penetration Tester Salary Near Tucson, AZ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Sierra Vista, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $87,602 - $110,843	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Gilbert, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,213 - $116,677	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Mesa, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,213 - $116,677	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Chandler, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,213 - $116,677	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,213 - $116,677	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ
CITY, STATE Phoenix, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,194 - $116,653	COMPARE TO Tucson, AZ

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About Tucson, Arizona

Tucson (/ˈtuːsɒn, tuːˈsɒn/) is a city and the county seat of Pima County, Arizona, United States, and home to the University of Arizona. The 2010 United States Census put the population at 520,116, while the 2015 estimated population of the entire Tucson metropolitan statistical area (MSA) was 980,263. The Tucson MSA forms part of the larger Tucson-Nogales combined statistical area (CSA), with a total population of 1,010,025 as of the 2010 Census. Tucson is the second-largest populated city in Arizona behind Phoenix, both of which anchor the Arizona Sun Corridor. The city is 108 miles (174 km)...

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